Daily Learning Target(s): By the end of the WEEK, students will be able to...
  • analyze text as evidenced by defining new vocabulary, reading, discussing and annotating in a think-write-pair-share.
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  • Thomas Jefferson and Before You Read Annotations
Homework:
  1. Due Wed 10/29: 10 Line Scripts/Presentations
  2. Due Fri 10/31: Phon- Flashcards
Essential Questions:
  • What are the philosophical assumptions of rationalists and how did they influence texts?

Important Deadlines/Reminders:

  • Absent? Check the class website for work.
‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍Agenda
  1. Learning Logs- Update daily with learning targets, homework, and essential questions, and reminders.
  2. Warm Up- On back of learning log
    • Describe the philosophical assumptions (beliefs) of rationalists.
    • How would a rationalist/deist view freedom and equality? Be prepared to share.
  3. The Declaration of Independence- Thomas Jefferson Think-write-pair-share
    1. Pre-Read- Use pre-reading check-list with a partner
    2. Vocabulary Definitions p. 1-2 (teacher provides)
    3. Set purpose for reading (teacher provides)
    4. Review annotation directions
    5. Read, summarize, and chart text (Teacher will model first paragraph in a think aloud)
  4. Exit Ticket:
    1. Describe one example from paragraph 1 or 2 of The Declaration of Independence that is evidence of the rationalist/deist philosophical assumption that God created a rational universe governed by rational laws. Be prepared to share.